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Sensory Processing Disorder and Sleep: Resolving the Struggles for Restful Nights

Do you struggle to fall asleep or stay asleep throughout the night? Do little sounds or movements that go unnoticed…

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Understanding DSM-5 Sleep Disorders and How We Can Help

An estimated 50-70 million Americans suffer from some type of sleep disorder, according to the American Sleep Association. Sleep disorders can…

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Get Your Zzz’s: Understanding ICD-10 Codes for Sleep Disorders

At Allure Medical, we know that getting a good night's sleep is vital for your health and wellbeing. But for many…

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The Truth About Delayed Sleep Phase Disorder

Do you consider yourself a night owl? Do you struggle to fall asleep at a “normal” bedtime, only to feel…

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Understanding How Trazodone Can Help With Sleep Disorders

Insomnia is no joke. Night after night of lying awake, mind racing and muscles tense, watching the minutes tick by…

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Understanding Anxiety Sleep Disorder

At Allure Medical, we understand that anxiety and stress can profoundly impact your sleep. Racing thoughts and worries at bedtime can…

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REM Sleep Behavior Disorder

Understanding Symptoms, Causes, and Management of Dream-Enacted Actions You drift off to sleep each night expecting peace and quiet. But…

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Sleep Disorder Narcolepsy

Overwhelming Daytime Drowsiness At Allure Medical, we recognize that sleep disorders like narcolepsy can significantly impact patients’ quality of life.…

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Paroxysmal Nocturnal Dyspnea

Causes, Symptoms, and Treatments Paroxysmal nocturnal dyspnea (PND) is a condition characterized by sudden attacks of severe shortness of breath…

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Apnea-Hypopnea Index (AHI)

Understanding Sleep Apnea Severity Sleep apnea is a common sleep disorder characterized by repeated pauses in breathing during sleep. These…

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Hypopnea vs. Bradypnea

The Differences, Causes, and Implications for Sleep and Respiratory Health Breathing is an automatic process that most people do not…

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Elderly Sleep Disorders

Causes, Impacts, and Treatments Getting adequate, high-quality sleep is essential at any age. However, seniors face increased risks for various…

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Neurologists for Sleep Disorders

Expert Care for Restful Nights Sleep disorders can significantly impact quality of life, causing excessive daytime fatigue, work performance issues,…

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Sleep Disorders Medications

At Allure Medical, we understand that sleep disorders can significantly impact quality of life. From excessive daytime sleepiness to insomnia,…

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Circadian Rhythm Sleep Disorders

Causes, Symptoms, and Innovative Treatment Options for Sleep-Wake Disruptions Circadian rhythm sleep disorders (CRSDs) refer to a group of sleep disturbances…

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Sleep Apnea Disorder: What You Need to Know

Causes, Symptoms, and Modern Treatment Options Do you wake up feeling exhausted, even after what seemed like a full night's…

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Melatonin for REM Sleep Disorder

At Allure Medical, we recognize that abnormal REM sleep can significantly disrupt restful nights. Our board-certified providers stay up-to-date on…

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Sleep Disorders Psychology

A Comprehensive Look into the Mind's Role in Sleep Health Sleep is a vital human function that allows our minds…

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Hypopnea vs. Hypoventilation: Understanding Sleep Disorders

Sleep-disordered breathing encompasses various respiratory disturbances that disrupt normal ventilation and oxygenation during sleep. Two common forms - hypopnea and hypoventilation - share…

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Obstructive Sleep Apnea-Hypopnea Treatment

Obstructive sleep apnea-hypopnea syndrome (OSAHS) involves repetitive collapse of the upper airway during sleep, leading to reduced or paused breathing. These…

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Rera vs Hypopnea: A Guide to Respiratory Event Classification

Sleep disordered breathing involves intermittent reductions in airflow or respiratory effort during sleep. These disturbances are characterized as apneas, hypopneas,…

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Central Hypopnea Demystified: Key Insights and Management Strategies

Central hypopnea is a type of sleep-disordered breathing characterized by shallow or decreased breathing during sleep. It is a form…

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Clear Apnea vs Hypopnea: Understanding Sleep Disordered Breathing Events

Sleep disordered breathing refers to respiratory conditions that cause abnormal breathing patterns during sleep. The most common types of disordered…

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Hypopnea Treatment: Expert Guide to Managing Hypopnea for Restful Sleep

Difficulty breathing during sleep, or sleep-disordered breathing (SDB), prevents restorative rest. Among SDB conditions, hypopnea causes frequent disruptive arousals and…

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Trying to lose weight?

Trying to lose weight? The key may be your sleep researchers say. Many people have struggled with weight loss, trying…

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Short sleep and weight gain

Can the way you sleep lead to weight gain? Millions of Americans would like to lose weight, and there are…

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Snoring, so what?

So I snore, so what? Snoring may be loud and disruptive to your bed partner, but how does it affect…

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My NightLase®

An end to snoring? Sleep is necessary for health and well-being, and we are now learning that good sleep is…

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How Disordered Sleep Leads to Weight Gain

The Key to Losing Weight May Lie in Your Sleep Patterns Many people have struggled with weight loss, trying diets,…

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Sleep Disorders: The 21st Century Epidemic

Can Sleep Apnea be Treated? 50-70 million US adults have a sleep disorder, and the most severe form of sleep…

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NightLase® Non-Invasive Laser Treatment to Reduce or Eliminate Snoring and Sleep Apnea

What is Sleep Apnea? Sleep apnea is a fairly common disorder affecting approximately 20% of the adult population. Troublesome snoring…

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Is snoring bad for your health

Is snoring bad for your health? Snoring can be annoying for the bed partner, and unknown to the offender.Other than…

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